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Armed robbers strike at hotel

Three armed robbers in crash helmets threatened staff with screwdrivers and stole cash in a raid on a rural hotel.

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To smack or not to smack?

Current legislation, enforced under Labour’s Children Act of 2004, says parents are allowed to smack their offspring without causing the “reddening of the skin”.

Wellingborough Olympic Primary School police visit: PCSO Rob Stevens, releases Maryam, three.
30/01/12

Police give pupils lesson on safety

Youngsters at Olympic Way pre-school were given a lesson in safety when they were visited by police officers this week.

Richard Oliff

Richard Oliff - Time to size down for a stress-free life

I recently wrote about the apparent lack of affordable housing available to those who survive on modest or no income. We’ve all heard the saying ‘the more one earns the more one spends’, which I believe to be true.

Home manager Margaret Payne, Dignity Champion Gerardo Sio & Mayor Gail McDade plant a tree to mark National Dignity Day at Glenmoor House care home, Corby.

Elderly celebrate dignity and caring

Residents and staff at a Corby care home celebrated the national Dignity Day with fun events and pampering.

Sport rss

Oundle v Corby rugby action:  Number 12, gets Oundle's first try.
28/01/12

Dominant Owls ensure derby all goes to form

The formbook was religiously adhered to in this Midlands Four East (South) derby as Oundle recorded an impressive win.

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Jon Sleightholme - Robshaw’s underdogs can deliver the goods

I can’t remember the last time Scotland went into a Calcutta Cup game as favourites.

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Westwood will be ready if more players move on

Ashley Westwood insists he will be ready to act if any Kettering Town players leave the club before the transfer window slams shut tonight.

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We need help to survive

Lee Thorn has urged Kettering Town’s supporters to turn out in force on Friday night as the clock ticks towards a court hearing which he fears could put the club into liquidation.

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FC Halifax Town v Corby Town
Paul Holden and Graham Drury

Steelmen beaten by last-minute goal

Corby Town suffered last-gasp agony as they lost 2-1 at home to Boston United in the Blue Square Bet North.

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Northampton Saints - Forwards coach Dorian demands players regain winning mentality video

The players may be different, but the message remains the same: win at all costs.

Lifestyle rss

WATER BABY  Jane Goodyear and her one-year-old daughter Bethany have their picture taken underwater at Kettering Swimming Pool

Water babies in the frame

Water babies of all ages are invited to have their pictures taken underwater in a free photo shoot.

Manager of Animals in Need Annie Marriott pictured with just a few of the animals looking for new homes. The centre is almost full to capacity with unwanted and injured pets.

Animal charity is under pressure

An animal charity says it is under increasing pressure because fewer people are rehoming pets and other rescue centres are closing.

Performance Workshop for Tresham College students Kettering with Colchester Institute 
l-r Stacey Flecknor, Emily Harris, Jonathan Whalley, Josie Wylie, with singer and pianist Megan Jacobs , Paul Toulson from Colchester 
Tuesday 31st  January 2012

Budding performers quick to pick up tips

Budding actors and dancers were given the chance to quiz a course leader from one of the country’s top performing arts universities.

United Theatre Group of Kettering Members Stuart Baim, Rose Edgeworth, Tabitha Catlin, Kayleigh Lewis and Aime Sutherland pictured in rehearsals for Alice in Pantoland which will be on at the Masque Theatre in February.

Alice set for panto fantasy

Young thespians are busy rehearsing for a production in Barton Seagrave this month.

Caroline Coles from AO Copy Bureau, where special T-shirts and merchandise have been printed, with Charlotte Nash

Mufti day to raise money for Niamh

A mufti day will be held to help raise money towards life-saving treatment for a child.

Community rss

Children's Shoe  Shop opens in Market St, Kettering 'Junior Choice' opens l-r Linda Murray, Rosie Greenall  (owner),  Sophie Lavender
Wednesday 1st February 2012

Pedestrianisation attracts new shop

Improvements to a haven for independent shops has resulted in a new children’s shoe shop opening.

A discussion on the future development of Irchester village attracted a massive turnout at the village hall.

Hundreds turn out for homes meeting

Hundreds of people from Irchester packed into a meeting hall to hear plans for the potential development of the village.

Rushden Granny Bubbles Sweet Shop: Leanne Knighton.
19/09/11

Sweet success for the old favourites

This year marks 75 years since the creation of popular children’s treat Smarties.

Zac Knighton- Smith, to receive money for treatment from Kettering Loyalty Card scheme. 
Zac Knighton-Smith with mum Sam supporting the scheme l-r Kerry Tee-Boon (Boutique 66), Stuart Hopkins (Kettering Loyalty Card), Neil Griffin (Newlands), Elisa Salvatore (Toni and Guy) 
Wednesday 1st February 2012

Help for Zac to get treatment

Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay and a number of town businesses are providing items to be sold off at a secret auction to raise cash for a potentially life-saving operation for a boy.

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Not all thrive on state benefits

The benefit claimants in the chart (Evening Telegraph, Tuesday) do not tell the whole story.

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